We are delighted to have a ‘double bill’ at the first event of our new 2024/25 programe. … details are below.
‘In the steps of Piero della Francesca – An exploration of his life and painting’.
An illustrated talk by Brenda Gay.
A Classicist and former University lecturer, Brenda Gay has used the opportunity of retirement to pursue her interests in Art History. She has travelled extensively in Italy, particularly in Umbria and Tuscany.
Brenda is a tour guide at Goodwood House.
In this talk Brenda will be looking at the life and work of Piero della Francesca and will focus on the paintings which remain in Tuscany, Umbria and Urbino.
ALSO
‘Land of the Moon’
An illustrated talk by Andrew and Julie Wyatt.
Julie and Andrew have owned their property in Italy for nearly 20 years. They are interested in the history, culture and natural environment which can be found in the Lunigiana valley located in the far North Western corner of Tuscany. Their house is located along the Via Francigena route which links Canterbury to Rome and also the Via del Volto Santo which links Pontremoli to Lucca.
Julie is a commercial Insurance Broker by profession whilst Andrew is a Chartered Engineer. After retiring from full time work they opened a B&B in the Yorkshire Dales which they ran successfully for 9 years. Now based at Rowland’s Castle from where they can more easily visit their four children and eight grandchildren, they are active in the U3A, the Ramblers and of course the Friends of Ravenna.
AT THE ASSEMBLY ROOM, COUNCIL HOUSE, NORTH STREET, CHICHESTER.
Price: £10 members, £12 non members
We welcome payment via BACS, to Friends of Ravenna, Barclays Bank, Sort code 20-20-62, account No. 73194604. Please put ‘Piero’ in the reference area when you make your payment
If you prefer to pay by cheque Please send it to ‘The Treasurer’, 9 Dolphin Court, Bognor Regis. PO21 1TP